Memory kits / Comparison
G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 vs G.Skill Sniper 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866 CL9
RAM · G.Skill
G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1866 CL9
4×4 GB · DDR3 · 1866 MHz · CL9Average
Capacity65
Speed23
Latency92
Generation25
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RAM · G.Skill
G.Skill Sniper 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866 CL9
2×8 GB · DDR3 · 1866 MHz · CL9Average
Capacity65
Speed23
Latency92
Generation25
Verdict
G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 and G.Skill Sniper 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 53 and 53.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 | G.Skill Sniper 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 | |
|---|---|---|
| 53 | Gear score | 53 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 16 GB | Total capacity | 16 GB |
| 4×4 GB | Kit | 2×8 GB |
| 1,866 MHz | Speed | 1,866 MHz |
| CL9 | CAS latency | CL9 |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $398 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 or G.Skill Sniper 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 better?
G.Skill Ares 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 and G.Skill Sniper 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1866 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 53 and 53.
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